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Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Coach & Supervisor
Supporting Young People & Adults based in Twickenham, South West London, and Online
Hello. I'm Kathy, a qualified and experienced Counsellor, psychotherapist, coach and clinical supervisor with a background in private practice, NHS and Schools.
I have extensive experience working with young people and adults, supporting them with challenges such as anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, neurodivergent conditions such as ADHD, Autism, dyslexia and Tourette's syndrome; family issues, relationship problems, trauma, gender identity, bullying, friendship issues, and depression.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, like your head is a messy ball of wool that's hard to untangle. You might find yourself zoning out, struggling to process emotions, or feeling the weight of masking just to "fit in." It can take a toll on your relationships and leave you searching for some stability in a world that often feels chaotic. You don't have to navigate this alone. In our sessions, we'll work together to help you figure it all out, build strategies that support your needs, and create space for you to feel more grounded and truly yourself.
I offer short-term, long-term and open-ended counselling, face-to-face and online in Twickenham. Taking the first step in counselling can be daunting and can bring up different feelings. If you are thinking about counselling, then it may be because you are finding things in your life overwhelming. It might be something specific or recent, or it could be the past that continues to affect you in the present.
As a counsellor, I draw on a range of approaches to help you explore current challenges, increase self-awareness, and better understand patterns or barriers that may be holding you back. Together, we work towards meaningful insight and the possibility of change, finding the approach that best supports you.
I create a safe, supportive space built on trust and honesty, where you feel comfortable to explore difficult thoughts and emotions. Whether you're facing anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, or simply feeling overwhelmed, I offer a confidential space where you can feel heard and supported. A free 15 minute initial consultation is available if you have questions or would like to discuss any aspects of counselling.
Self Care Tips for January
30 January | Parent Mental Health Day
What does it really mean to be a parent?
There's no rule book for parenting. We often carry our own experiences of being parented into how we raise our children, sometimes knowingly, sometimes without realising it. There are good days and there are hard days. Days when things feel connected and manageable, and days when everything feels like effort.
As parents, we do the best we can with the resources, knowledge, energy, and support we have at the time. And yet, many parents still live with guilt, feeling they should do more, play more, say more, or simply be more.
When single parenting is added into the mix, these pressures can feel even heavier. Holding everything alone can be exhausting, emotionally and physically.
If this resonates with you, you're not failing, you're human.
Parenting was never meant to be done perfectly or in isolation.
Ways to support your wellbeing as a parent
- Lower the bar on "perfect" - being good enough really is enough.
- Notice your inner critic and gently question it. Would you speak to another parent this way?
- Create small moments for yourself, even if it's a few quiet minutes with a cup of tea or a short walk.
- Ask for and accept support where you can, from friends, family, school, communities, or professionals.
- Name how you're feeling rather than pushing it aside. Emotions don't need fixing to be valid.
- Remember that rest is not a reward, it's a necessity.
- Seek space to reflect, whether through journalling, talking with someone you trust, or working with a counsellor.
Today is a reminder to pause and acknowledge yourself. Your effort matters. Your presence matters. And so does your mental health.
COUNSELLOR, PSYCHOTHERAPIST, COACH & SUPERVISOR SOUTH WEST LONDON